MA International Development
Master
In Norwich
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Type
Master
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Norwich
The Master's offers advanced cross-disciplinary training in development history, theory, research methods, and practical applications in a wide range of topics and geographical regions.
It will be attractive to graduates from a wide range of academic backgrounds who are interested in understanding development. It will also satisfy professionals working in nationaland international NGOs, government departments, and other development activists, seeking social science perspectives on their work.
The last thirty years have seen major changes in our understanding of social and economic change, transition and development. These are complex processes requiring considerable attention to the specifics of local situations and circumstances. They are also processes which are situated in a system of global interconnections and influences.
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Degree Subject Social Sciences Degree Classification 2.1 or equivalentEntry RequirementApplicants should normally have a good first degree from a recognised higher education institution. The University will also take into account the employment experience of applicants where relevant.
It is normal for undergraduate students to apply for entry to postgraduate programmes in their final year of study. Applicants who have not yet been awarded a degree may be offered a place conditional on their attaining a particular class of degree .Students for whom English is a...
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Subjects
- International
- Global
- Media
- Social Science
Course programme
Year 1
Compulsory Study (60 credits)
- CONTEMPORARY WORLD DEVELOPMENT
- DEVELOPMENT PERSPECTIVES
- MA IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT: EXAM
Option A Study (40 credits)
- DEVELOPMENT WORK PLACEMENT
- DISSERTATION
Option B Study (40 credits)
- CLIMATE CHANGE AND DEVELOPMENT I: SCIENCE, IMPACTS AND ADAPTATION
- CONCEPTUALISING SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH
- GENDER PERSPECTIVES IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- GOVERNANCE, DEMOCRACY AND DEVELOPMENT
- INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION FOR DEVELOPMENT
- MEDIA AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- MEDIA AND SOCIETY
- PERSPECTIVES ON GLOBALISATION
- RESEARCH TECHNIQUES AND ANALYSIS
- RURAL LIVELIHOODS AND AGRARIAN CHANGE
- SOCIAL ANALYSIS FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- UNDERSTANDING GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE
- WATER SECURITY FOR DEVELOPMENT - THEORY AND CONCEPTS
Option D Study (40 credits)
- ADVANCED QUALITATIVE RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
- APPLIED METHODS FOR IMPACT EVALUATION
- CLIMATE CHANGE AND DEVELOPMENT II: GOVERNANCE, POLICY AND SOCIETY
- CONFLICT, CIVIL WARS AND PEACE
- EDUCATIONAL POLICY AND PRACTICE FOR DEVELOPMENT
- GENDER DIVERSITY AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
- GLOBALISATION, BUSINESS AND DEVELOPMENT
- GLOBALISED AGRICULTURE AND FOOD SYSTEMS
- HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT
- MEDIA AND DEVELOPMENT IN PRACTICE
- RURAL POLICIES AND POLITICS
- TOOLS AND SKILLS IN ENVIRONMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
- WATER SECURITY FOR DEVELOPMENT - TOOLS AND POLICY
Additional information
Fees for the academic year 2018/19 are:
UK/EU Students: £7,000 (full-time)
International Students: £15,800 (full-time)
International applicants from outside the EU may need to pay a deposit.
LIVING EXPENSES
Approximately £9,135 living expenses will be needed to adequately support yourself.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FUNDING
A variety of Scholarships may be offered to UK students. Please click here for more detailed information about UK/EU Scholarships and Funding.
The University offers around £1 million of Scholarships each year to support International students in their studies. Scholarships are normally awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and are usually for the duration of the period of study. Please click here for further information about funding for International students. International candidates are also actively encouraged to access the University's International section of our website.
MA International Development